Opportunity Enterprises (OE) President & CEO Neil Samahon recently joined fellow Northwest Indiana leaders Victor Garcia, president & CEO of the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana, and Dr. Natalie Krivas, the organization's vice president of development and communications, as panelists at the International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference in Toronto.
The trio presented Doing Well While Doing Good: Rethinking Sustainability and Success through a Regenerative Lens, a session focused on how organizations can create lasting impact while remaining sustainable and resilient. Drawing on their experiences in nonprofit leadership, community engagement, and organizational development, the panelists explored the importance of building strong cultures, investing in people, and measuring success beyond financial outcomes.
"It was a privilege to share the stage with Victor and Natalie and to participate in a conversation about what it means to build organizations that serve people well and stand the test of time," said Samahon. "While our organizations have different missions, we share a commitment to strengthening communities and creating opportunities for others to thrive."
The discussion highlighted how organizations across sectors can successfully balance mission, financial sustainability, employee well-being, and community impact. It also underscored the value of collaboration and learning from one another's experiences. The ILA’s annual Global Conference brings together leadership practitioners, researchers, executives, and changemakers from around the world to exchange ideas and explore emerging leadership challenges and opportunities.
"We are proud to see Northwest Indiana represented on an international stage," said Samahon. "It was an honor to share OE's perspective while learning from leaders from across the globe who are working to create stronger organizations and communities."
